Joe Kropschot wins at DWCS 87 amid personal tragedy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Joe Kropschot competed at DWCS 87 in Las Vegas on August 12, 2026, winning by unanimous decision against Jon Kunneman. Kropschot's performance came just two days after the death of his father. During the fight, he nearly finished Kunneman with a severe armbar, which reportedly caused significant injury. Kropschot expressed confidence in his abilities and suggested fans could expect more finishes in his future fights.
- •Kropschot fights at DWCS 87 on August 12, 2026.
- •He wins his fight against Jon Kunneman by unanimous decision.
- •His father passed away two days before the fight.
- •Kropschot attempted a severe armbar that injured Kunneman.
- •He aims for more finishes in upcoming matches.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Kropschot endured father’s death just two days before DWCS 87 win
"Joe Kropschot will be the newest middleweight in the UFC.
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